Doubt

4/29/2022 8:22:47 PM

Don't you love that feeling of comfort  with things you know and learned a long time ago or a skill that you have practice over and over. However, we all experience constant change - some smalls (like constant software upgrades), some bigger (like life changes). On top of that we learn new things all of the time. 

As things change we often experience doubt.  We can doubt that we can do something. This doubt may be enough to stop you from trying something new, like a new painting or a new subject to paint.  Doubt may event stop you from improving your skills.

Alternatively, doubt presents us with the possibility to see things in new ways, to gain new knowledge or ideas, and to try new things. 

WIP

 

 

 

 

 

Behaviour of Thriving Artists

4/24/2022 7:31:45 AM

Artists who thrive often kind have a certain kind of behaviour.

A lot of this behaviour has to do with what these artists have to say.  They tend to be optimistic and keep a smile regardless of their environment. Maybe they are just good at avoiding the negative, including gossip and games some play.

I have a friend that meets this profile. When I'm in his company you can feel the positive energy.  He's also an instructor and all his classes have a waiting list. There is a good reason for that and it's not all about the fact that he's a fantastic artist.  He's positive energy is contagious.

This past week, I learned that he will be moving a few provinces away.  Isn't is a good thing that we are so familiar with zoom to stay in touch.

If you're in the vicinity of the St Laurent Shopping Centre, I'd very much appreciate if your drop by our Pop Up Art Gallery. We're there until Friday April 29, 2022.  This is the perfect time to pick up a Mother's Day gift.

Today I have two paintings for you. This first one is of a maple spout. This was a demo from a workshop a few weeks ago.

This second painting is also a demo . This one was for the Kanata Art Club's Furry Friends class.  This was the first time that I painted a dog.

Not only am I sad that a kind hearted friend is moving away, I'm also sad that I will not see most class participants until the Fall when we'll be painting macro views of water and nature.  It's amazing the bond that we can feel when teaching, even through zoom.

 I still have two coming up, one to paint some orchids and the other to paint a tulip. 

Now that classes and workshops are almost over, I will focus on my series of crystal and silver.  Here is what I'm working on now.  It's taking a few days just for the drawing.

Have a creative week,

Danielle

Need to Get Back on Track

4/15/2022 9:01:24 PM

This past week, I realized that I haven't painted many paintings with crystal or silver in the past 3 months.  It's time that I get back on track with my series.

Right now I'm getting ready for a couple of shows.  Here is a little painting of roses that I'm working on for these shows.  

This would be a great Mother's Day gift. Hint Hint.  Once this painting is completed, I will be taking some reference photos with crystal and silver objects and paint something for my series.

Yesterday, I found out that one of my paintings received a Special Merit awards. More than 1,000 entries were received for the Marketer Magazine Exhibition (https://themarketer.cc/tmac2021-gallery/?mc_cid=8ac4c525d6&mc_eid=fa52cf7354#)

This lucky painting also sold a few days ago.

 

Happy Easter to all,

Danielle

 

Seeing my art in person

4/8/2022 9:15:40 PM

After a couple of years of online exhibits, last fall I had a taste of in-person exhibits with two art shows and the privilege of exhibiting in Da Artisti Gallery in Cumberland ON.  In the coming weeks, I'm excited that I'll be participating in two in-person exhibits.  

The first one will be from April 22 to April 28th at the St. Laurent Shopping Centre, Ottawa ON in the "Spotlight" space. We'll be next to the Rogers store. There will be 6 artists exhibiting artworks of different mediums, including watercolour and marquetry.

The second exhibit will be with Art Carleton Place Fine Art show on April 30 and May 1st from 10am to 4:30pm each day. There will be 46 artists exhibiting their works. In addition parking and admission are free.

I'm hoping that you will be able to drop by at least one of these two exhibits.  At both of these venues, you'll be able to pick up some unique gift for Mother's Day.  There will be lots of options in all price range.

 

Here is my latest painting. This was a demo painting for my class for Kanata Art Club.  As this is my son and his wife's cat, they will be getting this painting.

Here is another small painting completed last week.  I adore the blooms of agapanthus .  This one will be at my upcoming exhibits.

Agapanthus - 10"X12"

If you're looking for something light to do on Sunday, join me to paint a clover bloom:  https://www.daniellebeaulieuwatercolours.com/workshop/29958/clover-beyond-beginner-watercolour-workshop-[online]

 

Attendance for workshops is slowing down, as a result, after the currently three advertised workshops, I'll likely take a break until the Fall.  I'll have a number of months to plan some new ideas to teach.  

 

Have a creative week,

 

Danielle

What's the difference between workshops?

4/2/2022 7:42:32 PM

I offer a number of workshops and classes and it may be confusing as to which one to register for. Here are the different options:

Art for Affect:

• Art for Affect is a locally owned initiative
• The topics of these classes are simple in order to allow the participants to focus on a couple of techniques 
• These  classes are taught at the just above beginner level 
• I teach these 3-hour workshops approximately once a month and no workshop during the summer

 My own workshop:

• The topics of these workshops are a bit more complex and participants learn a few techniques
• Although these classes are taught at a beyond novice lever, participants with a bit of experience will have more success with their painting
• These 2 or 3 day workshops are offered approximately every month.
• There are no workshops during the summer months.
• Written critiques are offered to participants. All critiques are adapted to the skill level of the workshop participant.

As I prepare for two exhibits at the end of the month just before Mother's day, I am painting a few florals.  This first one is of a dahlia.